paralogism
noun | /paralogism/
Faulty or illogical reasoning that results in an invalid conclusion, often committed unintentionally.
paralogism
noun | /paralogism/
Advanced WordsHARDFaulty or illogical reasoning that results in an invalid conclusion, often committed unintentionally.
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"The philosopher identified the speaker's argument as a paralogism rather than a deliberate deception."
"Avoiding paralogisms is essential when constructing a persuasive essay."
Mnemonic Trick
Paralogism → "Parallel logic gone wrong" → Logic that seems correct but goes off track.
Etymology
From Greek paralogismos, meaning 'false reasoning,' from para- (beside, beyond) + logos (reason, word).
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